As of August 22, 2025, Bigg Boss 19 has not officially revealed its contestant list via Colors TV or JioCinema—but the rumor mill is rife.
From social media buzz to reports and X updates, we can paint a pretty clear picture of who’s likely to enter Salman Khan’s Bigg Boss bubble—though keep in mind, nothing is set in stone.
Bigg Boss 19 contestants list with confirmed names, rumored entries, and updates on Salman Khan’s show. Check out the latest lineup for 2025.
Bigg Boss 19: When Does It Start and What’s the Theme?
The latest information confirms that Bigg Boss 19 will premiere on August 24, 2025, first streaming on JioHotstar at 9:00 PM IST, followed by a Colors TV telecast at 10:30 PM IST.
The buzzword this season? “Gharwalon Ki Sarkaar”—a political twist where housemates act like legislators, forming alliances, debating bills, and battling for power.
Bigg Boss 19 Contestants List: Check Who’s on the Inside (or Might Be)?
Although Colors and Jio haven’t released an official list, here’s a roster of names that pop up in multiple respected sources—or are backed by fan voting:
Gaurav Khanna – A TV favourite from Anupamaa and Celebrity MasterChef, he’s surfacing across reports as one of the highest-paid contestants.
Ashnoor Kaur – From child actor fame in Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai to Patiala Babes, she’s making her reality TV debut.
Awez Darbar & Nagma Mirajkar – The influencer duo, sharing both stage and (former) life, are confirmed to join together.
Baseer Ali – Also known as Baseer Bob, he brings reality TV experience from Roadies, Splitsvilla, and Ace of Space.
Hunar Hali, Abhishek Bajaj, Shafaq Naaz, Siwet Tomar, Payal Dhare (Payal Gaming), Zeeshan Quadri – Ranging from TV veterans to gaming influencers, these names are circulating strongly across multiple reports.
Shehbaz Badesha vs. Mridul Tiwari – A standby battle! Fans are voting between the two to decide who joins the season; the poll runs until August 21 via JioHotstar.
Other names, like Vahbbiz Dorabjee, Dheeraj Dhoopar, Tanya Mittal, Atul Kishan, Kunickaa Sadanand, Natalia Janoszek, Pranit More, Nehal Chudasama, and Neelam Giri, are mentioned in some sources—but not as frequently enough to slot them into our confirmed list just yet.
Rumors abound, but we’ll wait for repeat mentions or official word before ringing that bell.
Wildcard Watch: Heavyweights Joining In?
Here’s where things get spicy: Mike Tyson and WWE legend The Undertaker are both reported to be in hot talks for wildcard appearances—short but impactful stints that could boost viewership and excitement.
A Snapshot: Who’s In (as of now)
| Contestant | Why You’ll Remember Them |
|---|---|
| Gaurav Khanna | TV actor, MasterChef winner; highly paid |
| Ashnoor Kaur | Former child star, reality show debut |
| Awez & Nagma | Influencer couple, real-life chemistry |
| Baseer Ali | Reality show veteran |
| Hunar, Abhishek, Shafaq, Siwet, Payal, Zeeshan | TV actors & creators across genres |
| Shehbaz vs. Mridul | Fan-voted nomination battle |
| Mike Tyson & Undetaker | International wildcards sparking buzz |
Keep Watching the Updates
With the premiere just days away, expect even more reveals—formal contestant unveilings, wildcards entering the game, and dramatic teasers.
The final lineup might still evolve, but based on cross-verified information, this is the cast you can bank on—for now.
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